Using Technology Tools to Differentiate Literacy Centers

Using Technology Tools to Differentiate Literacy Centers Literacy centers are an important component of good literacy instruction in the elementary classroom. Come and see how teachers are using engaging technology tools to differentiate instruction and provide valuable learning opportunities for all students during literacy centers. Specific examples of using iPod touches and interactive whiteboards will be shared.

Session Agenda:

• Introductions
• How we got started
• How we are using it in our classrooms
• Hands on Centers
  • Voice recording
  • Smart board (computer)
  • QR Code Centers (differentiated by color)

• Questions - All

Resources

QR Resources:

• Video that explains how they work and history of them http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2vS3R2u7sXA__
• Video on how this school is using QR http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayW032sKtj8__
• QR Code Generator http://www.qrstuff.com/
• QR Code Scanner http://www.i-nigma.com/i-nigmahp.html

Using iTouch Voice Recorder to improve Fluency:

• Teacher instruction video

• Student "how to" video

For More information and to see the videos that Angela and Jenny have created for their classrooms, visit their class websites.

Jenny Anderson - 1st Grade https://sites.google.com/site/ andrsnclssrm/

Angela Sonntag - 3rd Grade